For a wedding with 250 guests in the Birmingham AL, the estimated total cost is around $51,666 - $63,148. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Birmingham AL is approximately $230. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,666 - $63,148.
The average wedding cost in Birmingham AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,666 - $63,148 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $176 - $216. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $189 - $231.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,038 - $1,268. This represents about 2.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,485 - $1,815 |
2.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$176 - $216 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$189 - $231 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,038 - $1,268 |
2.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Birmingham AL is $935 - $1,143. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Birmingham AL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$935 - $1,143 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$935 - $1,143 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Birmingham AL is $218 - $266. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$218 - $266 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,268 - $2,772, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Birmingham AL area is $967 - $1,181.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,268 - $2,772 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$967 - $1,181 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$429 - $525 |
0.8% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$872 - $1,066 |
1.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Birmingham AL, you should budget approximately $26,789 - $32,743, which is about 51.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,789 - $32,743 |
51.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,239 - $6,403 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,099 - $12,343 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,723 - $9,439 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,729 - $4,557 |
7.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,754 - $4,588. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,754 - $4,588 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$420 - $514 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$192 - $234 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$661 - $807 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$556 - $680 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,175 - $1,436 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$751 - $917 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,517 - $1,855.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,517 - $1,855 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$850 - $1,038 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$446 - $545 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,976 - $2,416. This is approximately 3.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,976 - $2,416 |
3.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$279 - $341 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$417 - $509 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$273 - $333 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$248 - $304 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$188 - $230 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $618 - $756, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $375 - $459, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,679 - $4,497 |
7.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,686 - $3,282 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$618 - $756 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$375 - $459 |
0.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Birmingham AL area is $229 - $279. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$229 - $279 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$229 - $279 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $712 - $870.
| Other Events Cost |
$712 - $870 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$712 - $870 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$365 - $447 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$365 - $447 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Birmingham AL spend between $4,172 - $5,099 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Birmingham AL with 250 guests spend between $2,199 - $2,687 on wedding photography, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Birmingham AL is $1,670 - $2,042. This makes up a portion of your (3.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,172 - $5,099 |
8.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$302 - $370 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,199 - $2,687 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,670 - $2,042 |
3.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Birmingham AL is estimated to be $3,567 - $4,359. This service accounts for 6.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,567 - $4,359 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,567 - $4,359 |
6.9% |